This book is a gentle introduction for all those wishing to learn about modern views of the cosmos. Our universe originated in a great explosion – the big bang. For nearly a century cosmologists have
Research literacy is now a requirement for Board-Certified chaplains in the US and a growing field in the UK. This reader gives an overview and introduction to the field of healthcare chaplaincy resea
Written by some of the leading figures in the world of CBT for psychosis, CBT for Psychosis: Process-orientated Therapies and the Third Wave provides the reader with a concise introduction to the fiel
Written by some of the leading figures in the world of CBT for psychosis, CBT for Psychosis: Process-orientated Therapies and the Third Wave provides the reader with a concise introduction to the fiel
This volume provides an introduction for the scientist who is new to the field of molecular imaging, as well as detailed methods for experts in other areas of molecular imaging. Chapters detail the ad
This book explores a first introduction to particle beams and accelerators. The text uses the suite of tools made available in the MATLAB package. Since many colleges have a site wide license, these t
A hands-on introduction to FPGA prototyping and SoC design This is the successor edition of the popular FPGA Prototyping by Verilog Examples text. It follows the same “learning-by-doing” a
More than twenty years ago, Jon Kabat-Zinn changed the way we thought about awareness in everyday life with his now-classic introduction to mindfulness, Wherever You Go, There You Are. He followed tha
A modern Zen classic--reissued with new material: An introduction to the great tenth-century Chinese master, with translations of his key works.Yunmen Wenyan (c. 864–949) was a master of the Chi
The viola da gamba was a central instrument in European music from the late 15th century well into the late 18th. In this comprehensive study, Bettina Hoffmann offers both an introduction to the instr
A new edition of a popular introduction to all aspects of life in Britain. This version reflects on the ongoing fallout from the global financial and eurozone crises; the May 2015 General Election; th
This volume examines the life and thought of Basil of Caesarea. This unique volume brings together a lengthy introduction to his life and thought with a selection of extracts from his diverse works in
The power of colour to energise, soothe, and heal has been recognised for thousands of years; this accessible and highly visual introduction will be your guide as you embark on your own colour-healing
The Social Animal is a CLASSIC text used in social psychology classes for almost 50 years and a powerful introduction to the field for countless students across the U.S. and the world.The new edition
The Jews of Khazaria is an accessible introduction to Khazaria—a kingdom in the early Middle Ages noted for its adoption of the Jewish religion. The third edition of this modern classic features
Explore the secret world of bees: how they live, how they work, how they support each other and their hive.DK's The Bee Book is a wonderful introduction to the humble honeybee: nature's hardest worker
On the twentieth anniversary of the Coen brothers' cult classic film, the ultimate fan's guide to The Big Lebowski, with a new introduction, and a foreword by the Dude himself, Jeff Bridges.When it wa
Drawing and sculpture merge in this hands-on introduction to drawing with 3D pens. Step-by-step instructions will help you get sketching and structuring. You'll be 3D doodling in your makerspace in no
A concise but comprehensive introduction to the biology of standing waters (lakes and ponds). As with other books in the Biology of Habitats Series, the emphasis in this book is on the organisms that
This concise classic by Paul R. Halmos, a well-known master of mathematical exposition, has served as a basic introduction to aspects of ergodic theory since its first publication in 1956. "The book i
Exploring Christian Heritage provides students and teachers with a rich and substantial introduction to the texts that have shaped the Christian faith. Including works by
The Jungle ABC is an extraordinary and intriguing introduction to the letters of the alphabet. Each letter is featured in a double-page spread with lavish cut-outs of animals in an African landscape.
This engaging book is an introduction to Buddhism told as the story of the Korean pilgrim Hyecho, who travelled through the Buddhist world during its eighth-century golden age. Hyecho was a young monk
Homero Aridjis is widely regarded as Mexico's greatest living poet. The seventeen poems gathered in this book, selected by the author, have been brought together as an introduction to a body of work s
The Art of Type and Typography is an introduction to the art and rules of typography. Incorporating the industry standard—InDesign—for typesetting from the outset, this book serves as a guide for begi
The Art of Type and Typography is an introduction to the art and rules of typography. Incorporating the industry standard—InDesign—for typesetting from the outset, this book serves as a guide for begi
This accessible and fun guide to meditation and mindfulness is the perfect introduction for young children Meditation does a body good, and can even help kids as young as four or five. This practical
What distinguishes history as a discipline from other fields of study? That's the animating question of Sarah Maza’s Thinking About History, a general introduction to the field of history th
Unicorns and Mermaids, part of the Scratch and Sparkle series, is a fabulous new stencil-art title.This title includes a simple how-to introduction as well as picture ideas on every spread. Children w
Illustrated by award-winning wildlife artist Maurice Pledger, Lift and Learn: In the Ocean is a colorful introduction to the world's oceans and their shores. Splash through the ocean with a host of an
This full-color introduction to the smart home has been written from the ground up with one audience in mind: seniors. No ordinary "beginner's book," My Smart Home for Seniors approaches every topic f
This book presents an overview of recent advances in our understanding of the genesis of diamonds and the associated phases. It is divided into three main parts, starting with an introduction to the a
A bold and stylish introduction to the iconic landmarks and sights of London by leading textile design Jane Foster. With cheerful, retro-inspired artwork, this will make the perfect gift for a new bab
A bold and stylish introduction to the iconic landmarks and sights of New York City by leading textile design Jane Foster. With cheerful, retro-inspired artwork, this will make the perfect gift for a
"Historians may well view it as a step to a coherent new version of American history." —Eric Foner, New York Times Book ReviewWith an introduction by Anthony Arnove, this updated edition of the classi
This work is the introduction to a series of volumes that will make available over 2,000 documents from the registers of Jaume the Conqueror at the Crown Archives in Barcelona the most impressive arch
This work is the introduction to a series of volumes that will make available over 2,000 documents from the registers of Jaume the Conqueror at the Crown Archives in Barcelona the most impressive arch
The P-NP problem is the most important open problem in computer science, if not all of mathematics. The Golden Ticket provides a nontechnical introduction to P-NP, its rich history, and its algorithmi
An early learning activity sticker book, set in the familiar world of Guess How Much I Love You. A beautiful and interactive introduction to early learning themes from the award-winning creators of Gu
This book provides an introduction to Hans-Georg Gadamer’s thinking and shows how it might inform our own thinking about education as a lifelong process of engaging with one another and with the wider
